Local Driver

Midwest Refrigerated Milwaukee, Inc.•Milwaukee, WI

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Midwest Refrigerated Services is a full-service 3PL company providing refrigerated logistics services for the food industry. Based in Milwaukee, WI, they operate the largest fresh 48 state LTL consolidation pool with more than 100+ trucks, and offer multiple sites with cooler, and air-conditioned storage, distribution and cross-docking services. They also operate refrigerated and non-refrigerated warehouses for storage needs, and provide Value-Added Services such as specialty packing, kitting and fulfillment. The company works with household names in the food industry, emphasizing the importance of the job in the community. This role is presented as a career launch opportunity with a family-run company that values its employees' growth and success, offering a friendly culture and great benefits. The position requires the driver to possess and maintain a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver License for at least 2 years, meet Federal Medical Card and fit for duty standards, and be able to safely operate tractor/trailer combination equipment. Strong communication skills are essential for interacting with customers and the public professionally. All employees are expected to exemplify the company's Midwest Values: Modesty, Integrity, Dependability, Work Ethic, Efficiency, Safety, and Trust.

Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver License for at least 2 years
Qualify meeting the requirements of a Federal Medical Card and the fit for duty standards
Ability to operate all facets of tractor / trailer combination equipment in a satisfactory and safe manner
Possess strong communication abilities to interface with customers and the public representing the company in a positive and professional manner
Ability to repeatedly bend at the waist/neck, twist & rotate hands, wrists, shoulders, elbows and forearms
Ability to appraise, evaluate, & adequately respond to environmental strain/emotional stress
Ability to withstand abrupt hour changes, irregular work/rest cycles, noise/vibration, temperature/weather extremes, irregular meals, and delays
Available for flexible start/finish time to accommodate customer requests
Ability to climb in and out of tractor & trailer
Possess satisfactory, verifiable experience and/or appropriate training in Interstate Commercial Class “A” Vehicle Operation & the transportation of freight

Responsibilities

Complete daily logbooks & vehicle inspection reports
Complete customer & task specific trip reports
Hooking/unhooking various tractor trailer combinations, lower/raise landing gear & open/close cargo doors
Observe & abide by all company policies in the Company Handbook/ Driver Safety Manual
Operate within the guidelines of all state & federal DOT regulations
Accurately & legibly complete all required paperwork associated with the delivery of freight
Maintain a daily record of duty status in accordance with federal, state, & company requirements